Laptop Buying Guide

Buying a laptop can be a challenging task for many who don’t understand what different CPU models are, what graphics cards are useful for, how much RAM they need, and so on. This guide will offer an introduction to the different kinds of laptops you can buy so that you can make a choice that justifies your needs.

The 2-in-1s and Ultrabooks

If your laptop use is confined to browsing the internet, consuming media, checking emails, and making presentations and reports, then you might be happy with a small, lightweight solution like a 2-in-1 or an ultrabook. These laptops are easy to carry, easy to use, and last for a very long time. They mostly come in 11 and 13-inch screen sizes and boast U series processors that are known for stable performance and low temperatures.

The “Pro” Grade Ultrabooks

If you want better performance than a typical ultrabook, then you can opt for one that has a better processor and discrete graphics. Laptops like the Dell XPS 15 and the Razer Blade Pro are great for things like video editing while also being attractive and not so heavy.

Gaming Laptops and Workstations

If you want the best performance possible, then you can either get a gaming laptop or a workstation, depending on your budget. A gaming laptop, as the name suggests, is best for gaming. But it can also be used for some heavy duty work like 3D design and rendering. It won’t be as good at these tasks as a workstation, but it’ll still work well.

A workstation is specifically designed to handle multi-core and multi-threaded work and has discreet graphics that specialize in these tasks. Mostly using NVIDIA’s Quadro line of cards, these laptops are the ultimate workhorses.

Both gaming laptops and workstations are heavy, big, and can get hot at times. They can also get quite expensive, so only go for these categories if you really need all that power.